Month: November 2017

Lying, boasting and cursing about oneself (based on wealth, position or genealogy in such a way that other Muslim is insulted) are always forbidden. Its prohibition, though, is intensified in the state of ihram. And its penalty is looking forgiveness from ALLAH Almighty; however, the penalty of sacrificing is required based on precaution. Sometimes … Continue reading "Common Mistakes In Ihram And Saaee Part 1"

Umrah and Hajj are 2 types of pilgrimages that Muslims from around the world undertake as a token of their imaan (faith). Though both umrah and hajj are pilgrimages, there are many differences between these two. For example, an umrah is considered as a minor or small pilgrimage whereas a hajj is a major pilgrimage … Continue reading "Difference Between Hajj And Umrah"

Every Muslim who is sane and healthy and who can afford it should undertake the pilgrimage to Makkah at least once in his or her lifetime. ALLAH Almighty says in verse 197 of Surah Al Baqarah of Holy Quran: Hajj is [during] well-known months, so whoever has made Hajj obligatory upon himself therein [by entering … Continue reading "Etiquette Of Performing Hajj And Umrah"

Islam has obliged every Muslim to perform Hajj once in a life time if he can afford the expenses of travel and can bear the hardships associated with Hajj. Staying fit and healthy during Hajj is very important to perform the rituals with full zeal and zest and utmost dedication. Every year number of pilgrims … Continue reading "Health Tips For Hajj"

Umrah is the minor pilgrimage. The Holy guests who are willing to perform Umrah they always in search to find best Umrah packages 2016, Umrah involves Ihram, Tawaaf, Saaee, and cutting or shaving the hair. The first steps in Umrah are to put on the garments of Ihram and to make the intention (niyyat) of the Umrah. … Continue reading "How To Perform Umrah"

Umrah is Pilgrimage in Islam, going to city Makkah, second to the major pilgrimage The Hajj. Umrah is often referred to as the “little or minor pilgrimage”, and whereas the Hajj is compulsory, the umrah is not. Though it is recommended by the Holy Quran, as well as within Islamic practice. Verse 2:158 of Holy … Continue reading "Importance Of Niyyat And Talbiyah In Umrah"

Umrah, when it is performed independent of Hajj is OPTIONAL. • Umrah can be performed at anytime throughout the whole year. Umrah Rites: Particular Rites for FIRST Umrah (outline) You should enter in city Makkah in a state of Ihram. • Proceed to Masjid-ul-Haram in order to perform Tawaaf (circumambulation). • After completing Tawaaf, … Continue reading "important-information-about-umrah"

Umrah in language means visit (ziyarat). In Islamic term, Umrah means Holy visiting Kaaba along with its special rules. – Any person intends to visit Holy city Makkah, even for a little period of time, he should enter the holy city putting on pilgrim’s garment (Ihram), in addition to intend performing Umrah or Hajj, if … Continue reading "Lingual Meaning Of Umrah"

Objectives of Umrah: To learn the significance of Umrah. To learn the essential conditions associated with it. To learn how to perform Umrah. Few Arabic Terms: Hajj– A pilgrimage to Holy city Makkah where the pilgrim performs a set of rituals. The Hajj is one of the five basic pillars of Islam, which every adult Muslim should undertake … Continue reading "Objectives Of Umrah"

The Umrah is a sacred trip to the holy city Makkah and Madina, the two most stunning cities in the world. Of course, it is a trip or pilgrimage to these places, performed by Muslims all around the world. As compared with Hajj, Umrah can be done at any time in the entire year. Well, … Continue reading "Performing Umrah Is Highly Recommended In Islam"